Claims Executive

Permanent employee, Full-time · Tokyo

What you will be doing

We have an opportunity for a Claims Executive to join our Claims Team in Tokyo.  In this exciting role, you’ll be responsible for handling many different P&I claims, including those that are more difficult and complex, from notification to completion.

Your main duties will include:

  • Checking the legitimacy of claims against the P&I Rules and the member’s terms of entry.
  • Maintaining files, reports, Claims Summary Documents and Estimate Review (ESR) with accurate, detailed and timely information/documents.    
  • Acknowledging receipt and properly handling claims and enquiries, consulting with members throughout.
  • The opportunity to travel in Japan and abroad to develop relations with members and brokers.
  • Handling claims appropriately and cost-effectively.
  • Working closely with the Loss Prevention Department on claims, member reviews and as the condition of entered vessels and the performance of crew requires.
  • Involving the FD&D Department in a timely manner in relevant cases.  
  • Informing the Underwriting Department of any unusual risks detected.   
  • Taking responsibility for and engaging in additional projects and activities of the P&I department, including Sector and Expertise Groups, training, team development and member relationships.
  • Providing out-of-hours / weekend assistance as reasonably necessary.
Your profile

Essential Skills/qualifications/Experience

  • Degree (preferably in Law) or equivalent (eg Master Mariners Certificate)
  • IT literate with a good working knowledge of MS office and adaptability.
  • Good interpersonal skills always appropriate to cultural diversity and with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
  • Flexible with availability to be able to service needs of clients and geographical sector colleagues.

 

Desirable Skills/qualifications/Experience

 

  • Previous shipping law or industry experience.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • Willing to undertake IG PANiQ exams or to read IG PANDiQ material, where the material is relevant to the role.

 

What we can offer you
  • The opportunity to enhance your experience and to help deliver our goals.
  • A Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to learn new skills and develop your career.
  • An open and flexible team environment.
  • A best in market hybrid working policy.

 

About us
Our workplace culture

We are committed to providing a supportive environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds – where your views are encouraged to find a voice, and your unique talents have the space to thrive.


Our people-led culture gives you the power and choice to shape your career and aspirations as you choose – enabling you to be the best you can be, bring out the best in us, and truly make a difference.


As a socially responsible global business, we give back to the local communities we work with and within. We are committed to greener, ethical, sustainable internal practices, while using our influence to help drive external change – benefitting people, performance and the planet.


About NorthStandard 

We are one of the largest clubs in the International Group of P&I insurers, offering members and brokers the broadest range of marine insurance products in one place.


Complementing our standard and extended P&I, we also provide over 10 specialist covers to ensure shipowners and operators can trade and travel with confidence in everything they do.


Our footprint spans the world, with offices covering all major shipping regions, including Asia (China, Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan), Australasia (Australia and New Zealand),  Europe (UK, Ireland and Greece), and the USA.


We employ over 700 people globally, providing an unmatched depth and breadth of expertise, plus a dynamic, flexible, innovative, and responsive service. One best placed to meet today’s evolving needs, while anticipating tomorrow’s.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!
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